South Holland’s Central Bark is a members-only dog park that is situated on a beautifully wooded one-acre, fenced-in lot, so your dog will have the ability to run free.

The park’s amenities include:

• Key card access gates
• Lights
• Separate small and large dog play area
• Drinking fountains for dogs and humans
• Pet waste bags
• A spacious shade shelter

Central Bark allows for your furry friends to enjoy a place to exercise and socialize, which means happy, well-behaved canines. It also provides pet owners with a place to share information about vets, boarding, training and simply the joys of pet ownership.

Address:
510 Thornwood Drive
South Holland, Illinois

Hours:
The park is open from sunrise to sunset, every day of the year!

Membership:
Central Bark is open to both residents and non-residents, but it is a members-only park. Central Bark Park Membership registration requires proof of a current animal license as well as specific vaccinations, including rabies, from a veterinarian.

To register for Central Bark, fill out the Registration Form and bring it (and the above items) to:
South Holland Community Center
501 E 170th Street
South Holland, IL 60473
708.331.2940

Annual Membership Fees:
Central Bark Park passes may be purchased with fees as follows:

Residents
First dog: $35
Additional dog: $10

Non-Residents
First dog: $50
Additional dog: $20

Day Pass:
$20 per dog, per day (Proof of vaccinations is required)
$25 fee to replace lose ID cards

Dog Park memberships are non-transferable and non-refundable. Membership runs a year from the date you register for a membership.

Central Bark Policies:
In order to foster a fun, safe, and family friendly environment all Central Bark members are required to adhere to the following policies:

• All dogs must be registered with the Village of South Holland to use Central Bark.
• Dog’s tag must be worn and visible at all times while at Central Bark.
• Owners are legally responsible for the behavior of their dog at all times. Never leave dogs unattended.
• Owners must pick up dog feces and dispose of it in the waste receptacles located throughout the park.
• Dogs must be on a leash when outside of the fenced-in park, including to and from the parking lot.
• Children must be at least 12 years of age and must be accompanied by an adult.
• Please ensure gate is completely shut behind you.
• Central Bark is for dog owners and dogs only. Persons not engaged in dog-related activities are not permitted to use this area.
• Use Central Bark at your own risk.
• If there is an incident, complete an Incident Report Form and email it to centralbark@southholland.org.

Prohibited:

• Loud music
• Dogs in heat
• Sick dogs
• Reactive dogs
• Dogs under 4 months of age
• Glass containers
• Dog food/long-lasting chews
• Pinch or choke collars

The Village of South Holland appreciates your cooperation when using Central Bark to help maintain the park for the benefit and enjoyment of everyone.